Registered Nurse - LRC

Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location: Lincoln, NE

About the role

Are you a dedicated nurse looking to make a real impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every day presents new challenges and opportunities to grow? Join Lincoln Regional Center, a Joint Commission accredited state psychiatric hospital focused on patient-centered care.

Schedule

• Full-time positions: 36 hours per week on Evening/Night shift (7pm - 7am), three 12-hour shifts.
• On-call/PRN positions: minimum 32 hours per month, including 2 weekend shifts.
• New hires must complete three weeks of orientation (Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm) followed by four weeks of job shadowing, all within 3 months of start date.

Pay

• Starting pay: $51.336/hour.
• Additional $3.00/hour facility differential pay.
• Shift differentials up to $2.50/hour for new hires not currently employed with the State of Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centered care that respects each patient’s dignity and individuality.
• Apply clinical expertise in a fast-paced psychiatric environment with a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with doctors, specialists, and other nurses to provide comprehensive care.
• Participate in ongoing education and professional development to stay current in nursing practices.
• Take initiative in daily responsibilities and provide leadership to Mental Health Specialist teammates.

Requirements

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Consideration given to applicants within 90 days of completing their RN program and/or obtaining RN licensure.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Able to attend 3 weeks of new employee orientation during day hours.
• Able to push, pull, and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Qualifications

• Previous nursing experience is a plus, but passionate new graduates are welcome.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Genuine empathy and passion for helping others.
• Clear and compassionate communication with patients, families, and healthcare team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off.
• Robust training and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment.
• Work-life balance with full-time schedules of three 12-hour shifts per week.